Asian Art Auction

June 13, 2016

LOT 249

Lot 249

A Buddhist Embroidered Tapestry,Early 20th Century

A Buddhist Embroidered Tapestry,Early 20th Century
Lot 249 Details
A Buddhist Embroidered Tapestry,Early 20th Century

20世紀初 明黄色緞繡八寶魚龍紋褂

Ornately embroidered throughout, with repeating auspicious Buddhistic symbols radiating from a central medallion, in muted tones of coral, brown, blue and green, on a soft butterscotch ground
68.3" x 37.4" — 173.5 x 95 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $1,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

From an Important Private Collection, London, England
Acquired mainly from Christie’s and Sotheby’s London, from the 1970s to the 1990s
Lots 243 - 273

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 249
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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